Grooming happened last night before the temperatures dropped to just below freezing, so the trails should be fast again this morning before it warms up into the high 40's under cloudy skies today.
The SnoCat stayed in the Meadow Loop area and groomed skate and classic on most of the Meadow Loop and the Beaver Creek Trail out to Mountain Springs Lodge, while the Ginzu was used on the Meadow Loop Shortcuts, Mill Hill and the Sprint Loop. (The access to Mill Hill is open even though the app shows that it is closed.)
The Ginzu was also used to freshen the skate lane on the entire trail system north of Mountain Springs Lodge and leaving the classic that was set by the SnoCat from yesterday. Hot Tub Hill and the Hitching Post Area have trail wide melt outs and icy sections that will need to be walked. They have not been able to keep up with the warm weather even with trying to farm snow. Use caution, especially anyone skiing the long course of the Tour de Plain. Thin and icy spots are showing under the trees, but overall there is still good skiing out there.
Rowdy Coyote, Chainsaw Ridge, Cougar Run and Lumi Lane are currently closed until we get more snow and the Walk in Trailhead has a slight detour into the Sprint Loop area because of a melt out.
Use caution in the parking lots, they could be icy and micro spikes are recommended. As the temperatures rise, be aware that they will start to get slushy, so use caution if in a low clearance 2wd vehicle.
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Today is the last day to support PVNT’s 2025 Junior National Skiers!
PVNT is incredibly proud of our skiers who have shown outstanding dedication, grit, and commitment to their goals. This year, 10 PVNT skiers have qualified to join the Pacific Northwest division team traveling to Soldier Hollow to compete in the 2025 Cross Country Junior National races!
To support their journey, we are launching the 2025 PVNT Junior Nationals Fundraiser, running through March 2, 2025. CLICK HERE for more info.
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Today is Day 3 the last event of our 5th Annual Tour de Plain! 🌟
Ready to take on an exciting Nordic ski challenge? The 2025 Tour de Plain is here again with our last event for skiers of all abilities!
📅 Event #3: February 28th - March 3rd📍 Start/End: Osprey Lodge Trailhead
✨ Event Highlights:
Timed Short Course (~5 km) or Long Course (15-18 km) (Be prepared to walk sections through the Hitching Post and Hot Tub Hill on Long Course)
Untimed Options available for a relaxed experience
Choose classic or skate techniques
Complete your course anytime during the 4-day window or join the Saturday Community Ski (9:30-11:30 AM)
💙 Support a Great Cause:All proceeds benefit the Plain Valley Nordic Team and the ski education programs of Plain Valley Ski Trails (501c3 nonprofit).
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